Human Research (Edexcel A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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What distinguishes observational research from experimental methods?
What distinguishes observational research from experimental methods?
No variable manipulation occurs
Which best describes quantitative data in observational research?
Which best describes quantitative data in observational research?
Numerical info that can be measured
What is time sampling?
What is time sampling?
Recording at specific intervals
What characterises naturalistic observation?
What characterises naturalistic observation?
Occurs in natural environment
What advantage does participant observation offer?
What advantage does participant observation offer?
Less stranger anxiety
What is the main ethical concern with covert observation?
What is the main ethical concern with covert observation?
Cannot obtain informed consent
What characterises structured observations?
What characterises structured observations?
Controlled environment settings
What is content analysis used for?
What is content analysis used for?
Analysing words/images in media
What is a limitation of event sampling?
What is a limitation of event sampling?
Struggle if behaviour is very frequent
Why is standardisation essential in observational research?
Why is standardisation essential in observational research?
Ensures consistent categorisation